Researchers at the Nagoya Institute of Technology (NITech) in Japan have demonstrated that a specific material can act as an efficient battery component for sodium-ion batteries that will compete with lithium-ion batteries for several battery characteristics, especially speed of charge. The findings were published in Scientific Reports in November of 2018 and was headed by…
New Neutron Holography Technique Opens a Window for Obtaining Clear 3D Atomic Images
People usually associate holograms with futuristic 3D display technologies, but in reality, holographic technologies are now being used to help study materials at the atomic level. X-rays, a high energy form of light, are often used to study atomic structure. However, X-rays are only sensitive to the number of electrons associated with an atom. This…
New Coating Surface for Superior Rust Resistance With ‘Colorless’ Color
Polymer chemists at Nagoya Institute of Technology in Japan invented a novel and simple coating process to color metals, leading to higher performance and saving the energy. The method involves a chemical modification to non-ionic polymers and nanotechnology. Electrophoretic deposition is a standard industrial method for coating material and is especially used for rust prevention.…